THE PYNE
AWARDS AFRICA
MAPUTO 2026
Join us for the 6th edition of Pyne Africa Events
& Awards, Africa’s most prestigious celebration
of hospitality and tourism excellence, now in
Mozambique, home to 2,700 kilometers of
pristine Indian Ocean coastline and recognized
as Africa’s Leading Beach Destination.
24th – 26th September 2026 | Maputo, Mozambique
24th – 26th September 2026
Maputo, Mozambique
EVENT DETAILS
After holding 5 successful editions in Nigeria, we are holding the 6th edition in Mozambique!
Day 1 (Sept 24):
Ubuntu Networking Mixer
Connect with tourism ministers, hotel CEOs, investors, and hospitality leaders from 25+ African countries.
Day 2 (Sept 25):
Grand Awards Gala
Celebrating 25+ award categories across Brand Excellence, Industry Stars, Excellence Awards, and Annual Recognition
Day 3 (Sept 26):
Tour De Moçambique
Explore Maputo’s iconic landmarks and rich cultural heritage with guided tours
WHY MAPUTO?
Mozambique is Africa’s fastest rising tourism destination.
UNESCO World
Heritage Sites
Tourism contributes
6.2% to GDP
2+ million visitors
in 2023
400,000+ jobs supported
by the sector
Maputo stands at the centre of this growth, a coastal capital shaping the future of tourism and hospitality in Africa. This positions it as a strategic gateway for investment, innovation, and growth in Africa’s rapidly expanding hospitality sector.
Maputo, the heart of the I Love Maputo campaign, is a vibrant coastal capital known for its Portuguese-influenced architecture, thriving arts scene, and world-class culinary experiences.
Explore Maputo’s heritage and coastline, from historic landmarks to vibrant markets and pristine beaches. Cultural immersion, coastal luxury, or adventure, Maputo is your gateway to it all.
WHY MAPUTO?
Mozambique is Africa’s fastest rising
tourism destination.
UNESCO World
Heritage Sites
Tourism contributes
6.2% to GDP
2+ million visitors
in 2023
400,000+ jobs supported
by the sector
Maputo stands at the centre of this growth, a coastal capital shaping the future of tourism and hospitality in Africa. This positions it as a strategic gateway for investment, innovation, and growth in Africa’s rapidly expanding hospitality sector.
Maputo, the heart of the I Love Maputo campaign, is a vibrant coastal capital known for its Portuguese-influenced architecture, thriving arts scene, and world-class culinary experiences.
Explore Maputo’s heritage and coastline, from
historic landmarks to vibrant markets and pristine
beaches. Cultural immersion, coastal luxury,
or adventure, Maputo is your gateway to it all.
The Grand
Pyne Awards
The Pineapple – a universally recognized symbol of hospitality and leisure, reflects an uncanny conception of who we are, and what we stand for. As a premier African hospitality and awards company, we embody and celebrate the cream of the crop – the best of the pineapple that personifies African Hospitality and Tourism.
We are Excellence, We are Africa, We are Pyne.
Our mission with the awards is to constantly
recognize and celebrate organizational excellence, showcasing people who stand out by recognizing their contributions to the Hospitality and Tourism industries.
15,000+ Attendees
25+ African Countries
127,000+ Nominations
& Votes
Winners receive this prestigious monument
symbolising recognition among Africa's finest
hospitality professionals and brands.
MEET OUR PARTNERS
Our partners have the opportunity to prominently feature in the Tour or Networking mixer occurring alongside the Awards. Our sponsors can collaborate on different fronts: sponsoring awards categories, the awards event execution and more.
Our sponsors can also choose from one of our four Sponsorship packages.
why our partners
love us?
Direct Access to Decision-Makers Connect with travelers, investors, and the people actively shaping Africa’s tourism industry.
Over 5M+ Media Impressions Delivered Across 5 Editions
15,000+ High-Value Attendees Across 5 Editions Tourism ministers, hotel CEOs, investors, and decision-makers from 25+ African countries
Proven Track Record 2023 edition: 2,000 in-person attendees, 3,000 virtual participants, and 68,000+
votes and nominations.
Direct Access to Decision-Makers Connect with travelers, investors, and the people actively shaping Africa’s tourism industry.
Over 5M+ Media Impressions Delivered Across 5 Editions
15,000+ High-Value Attendees Across 5 Editions Tourism ministers, hotel CEOs, investors, and decision-makers from 25+ African countries
Proven Track Record 2023 edition: 2,000 in-person attendees, 3,000 virtual participants, and 68,000+
votes and nominations.
